Location History:
- Parkersburg, WV (US) (1994)
- Hockessin, DE (US) (1999 - 2010)
- Landenberg, DE (US) (2010)
Company Filing History:
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2 out of 832,880 Years Active: 1994-2010
Title: Innovations of Shailaja R Vaidya
Introduction
Shailaja R Vaidya is a prominent inventor based in Hockessin, Delaware. She has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of innovative composite materials. With a total of eight patents to her name, her work has had a substantial impact on various industries.
Latest Patents
One of her latest patents is for a breathable composite sheet structure and absorbent articles utilizing the same. This invention provides a breathable composite sheet material, a method for making such a sheet material, and an absorbent article that utilizes the sheet material. The composite sheet material consists of a thermoplastic film adhered directly to a fibrous substrate. The thermoplastic film comprises at least 50% by weight of a polymer material from the group of block copolyether esters, block copolyether amides, and polyurethanes. The substrate is made up of a fibrous web of at least 50% by weight of polyolefin polymer synthetic fibers. The composite sheet exhibits a peel strength of at least 0.1 N/cm, a dynamic fluid transmission of less than about 0.75 g/m when subjected to an impact energy of about 2400 joules/m, and a moisture vapor transmission rate, according to the desiccant method, of at least 1500 g/m/24 hr. The absorbent article may include a disposable diaper, with the composite sheet material oriented such that the film layer faces toward the absorbent core.
Another notable patent is for light stabilized copolyetherester compositions. This invention includes ultraviolet light stabilized copolyetherester compositions that comprise at least one nanoparticulate mineral selected from titanium dioxide, cerium oxide, and zinc oxide, along with at least one organic ultraviolet light stabilizer. Articles formed from these compositions are also disclosed.
Career Highlights
Shailaja has worked with several prestigious companies, including Procter & Gamble and E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company. Her experience in these organizations has allowed her to refine her skills and contribute to groundbreaking innovations in material science.
Collaborations
Throughout her career, Shailaja has collaborated with notable professionals, including Hyun Sung Lim and George Joseph Ostapchenko. These collaborations have further enhanced her research and development efforts.
Conclusion
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